Birthdate: September 10, 1922
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Cajamarca, Peru
Died: November 1, 2008
Yma Sumac, an accomplished vocalist, composer, producer, actress, and model, made a significant impact in the music industry. Her exceptional vocal range earned her a Guinness World Record in 1956. Albums such as “Voice of the Xtabay” and “Mambo!” were chart-toppers in both the US and UK. Sumac broke barriers as the first Latin American female singer on Broadway and was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Through her global tours and numerous concerts, she established herself as a trailblazer in world music.
See more:
